Religions in Starfield

Starfield, the highly anticipated game from Bethesda, is set to release on September 6 for Xbox Series and PC. As the release date draws near, Bethesda has been unveiling new information about the game, including its timeline and the presence of various religions in the Starfield universe.

The Timeline

According to Bethesda, the story of Starfield begins in 2050 with the first manned trip to Mars. From there, it progresses to 2100 when humans start living in space. The timeline is then filled with 25 different events that summarize the main happenings of the Starfield universe, leading up to the start of the game in 2330.

The Beliefs

During a Q&A session on Discord, it was confirmed that the religions known on Earth today also exist in the world of Starfield. However, there are also new beliefs introduced in the game. One such belief is the Sanctum Universum, followers of which believe that God is hiding in the material universe and has granted humans the power of gravitational leap to seek and find Him. Another religion, the Va’Ruum house, revisits Nordic mythology, while the Enlightened are depicted as atheists. More details about these religions can be found in the video at the top of this article.

Preload Date and Platforms

Bethesda has also announced the preload date for Starfield. Xbox users can start preloading the game today, on August 17, while Steam users will be able to do so starting from August 30.

Steam Deck Price Drop and New Competitors

The market for console laptops is expanding rapidly, and recent developments include a significant price drop for the Steam Deck. The Steam Deck, which previously started at 420 euros, has now seen a 20% reduction in price through refurbished models. This price drop makes the device even more accessible to a wider audience, though availability depends on stock and the product is currently sold out.

In addition to the Steam Deck, new competitors have also entered the market. One of them is the LENOVO LEGION GO, which can be described as a Switch PC with detachable controllers. The emergence of such devices highlights the need for Microsoft to release a mobile-friendly version of Windows 11 in order to remain competitive.

Tech Crisis in YouTube Community

The popular YouTube channel, Linus Tech, known for reviewing devices on a daily basis, has recently come under scrutiny. A rival channel, Gamers Nexus, released a demonetized 40-minute video exposing what they claim to be dishonest practices by Linus Tech. The video alleged misleading comparisons, suspicions of conflicts of interest with certain brands, and other criticisms.

In response, the leaders of Linus Tech Tips released a 20-minute video addressing the allegations and announcing a halt in production. They have also decided to bring in an external consultant to conduct an impartial audit of their practices and methodologies. As a result, the channel is currently on standby.

The future of Linus Tech is uncertain as it undergoes an evaluation process to address the concerns raised and ensure transparency in its content production.

Conclusion

With the release date of Starfield approaching, Bethesda has been sharing more details about the game, including its timeline and the different religions that exist in its universe. Meanwhile, the console laptop market continues to grow, with the Steam Deck receiving a price drop and new competitors entering the scene. Additionally, the YouTube community has been shaken by allegations of dishonest practices within Linus Tech, leading to a temporary halt in production and an audit of the channel’s practices.